The Test Technician will be responsible for the assembly and operation of test stands using engineering drawings and models, including light metal fabrication and machining (milling, drilling, cutting, and grinding), assembly of large metallic bolted and welded structures, setting up hydraulic and pneumatic actuation systems, and installation of electromechanical components such as valves, motors, and switches. Additional responsibilities include operating a forklift to move heavy equipment, setting up video cameras to collect test footage, and tracking, calibrating, and controlling tools, instruments, equipment, and raw materials.
The Test Technician will also be responsible for the installation of instrumentation according to engineering drawings, including verifying instrumentation locations, soldering and splicing wire connections, and checkout and troubleshooting of instruments at the test stand (load cells, displacement sensors, strain gauges, transducers, etc.). The test technician will use digital and analog instruments to collect and report test data and may mentor others in instrumentation installation.
You will support multiple projects and engineers with fixture design, assembly, test execution, and troubleshooting. You will test the hardware of our next-generation eVTOL aircraft. The successful candidate will be proactive, self-motivated, hands-on, and committed to safety best practices.
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Build Custom Hardware: Develop, fabricate, and assemble one-off test fixtures, electromechanical systems, and custom wire harnesses from drawings and CAD models.
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Source & Document: Procure necessary hardware and tools per engineering documents, and submit redlines for any required changes.
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Own the Lab Space: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, managing tool control, equipment calibration, inventory, and safety best practices.
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Troubleshoot & Optimize: Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues and test setup anomalies to keep active test campaigns running smoothly.
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Fabricate Precision Electronics: Build and terminate connectors (including LEMO, Amphenol, Mini-Fit/Micro-Fit) and perform wire splicing using crimp and solder techniques based on electrical schematics.
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Deliver Consistent Quality: Execute routine and active test campaigns with unwavering accuracy and attention to detail.
You are a highly motivated, self-starting individual with a broad set of skills who is never afraid of complex technical challenges. You are solution-oriented with a strong analytical mindset, can communicate effectively across audiences, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You embrace challenges, deliver results, and are a positive team player.
